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String Tutors
Violin, Viola & Cello
Eva Li – Tuesday
M. 0479 149 490
Violin
Marina – Thursday and Friday
M. 0404 130 022
Cello
Sebastian - Thursday
M. 0433 891 794
Instrument Hire
The school offers instrument hire for violins and cellos which includes the instrument, rosin and bow. The cost of hire is $60 per semester or $100 per year. Please send an email to the office addressed to Miss Gong if you are interested or have any questions.
Free Wayahead Transition to High School Webinar
The Northern Sydney Local Health District’s School Years team has partnered with Wayahead Mental Health Association NSW to offer a free Transition to High School webinar for parents and carers of children in Years 5 and 6. This session aims to support families in preparing for a smooth and confident start to high school.
The webinar will cover topics including how anxiety develops, the cycle of anxiety, adolescence-specific challenges, and practical strategies to support your child. The session also includes helpful resources and a Q&A to address your questions directly.
Date: Wednesday 22 October 2025
Time: 7:15 - 8:30 pm
Where: Online viaZoom
To register click here
Starting High School Webinar
City of Ryde has partnered with KYDS, The Harrison Reidel Foundation and councils across the Northern Sydney region to present a FREE webinar for parents and carers of children starting high school in 2026!
Date: Monday 10th November
Time: 6.30pm – 8pm
Venue: Zoom (link provided after registration)
Our presenters from KYDS and Harrison Riedel Foundation will take parents and carers through:
Understanding the challenges - Learn the most common concerns Year 6 students face when starting high school, from academic pressures to social change.
Practical strategies - Discover simple, effective ways to support your child, from building routines and organisation skills to fostering independence and resilience.
Focusing on wellbeing - Explore how relationships, balance, and open conversations can make a huge difference during this formative time.
Helpful resources - Get introduced to trusted tools and services, including Kids Helpline, Headspace, Lifeline, and the complimentary YourCrew App, with journaling, safety plans, and pathways to help.
Registrations: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1704560338859
Parenting Teenagers in a Multicultural Context - Cantonese Webinar
Click here to register for the webinar
Gaming and Gambling: Young people, video games and gambling
Presented by GambleAware clinicians, join us online to gain insights into:
- Gambling trends among children and young people in NSW
- The 'gamblification' of video games
- Unique risks and impacts for young people
Tuesday 21 October, 3-4 pm via Microsoft Teams
To register your interest, click here.
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